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The Nathanson Law Firm LLP was established on Thanksgiving Day, 2004, with the purpose of servicing our clients locally on Long Island and throughout New York State. We have decades of legal experience and are committed to providing the highest level of legal guidance while instilling the utmost confidence in our abilities to aggressively pursue all actions. It is our objective and responsibility to maintain preeminent standards of ethics and professionalism and protect all privileged and confidential information and communication. The Nathanson Law Firm LLP now limits its legal services, aimed at protecting the rights, investments and financial security of our clients. We provide straightforward representation in the areas of commercial and retail debt collection, consumer credit transactions, and creditors' rights, serving clients nationwide from our office in Garden City, NY. When you need to collect a debt or enforce a judgment against a debtor anywhere in the State of New York, a debt collection attorney can provide invaluable guidance.
At this time, our firm is restricting new client intake to the following three areas of practice:
Judgment Enforcement for Creditors:
It can be extremely frustrating and time-consuming for creditors attempting to collect unpaid debts or enforce judgments on their own. Often, debtors are difficult to locate and their assets may be harder to find without professional assistance!
To deal with this challenge, our firm uses the most advanced, cutting-edge software to assist in our efforts to collect debts for clients. We constantly update our investigation tools to locate debtors and their assets. Whether a commercial debt is secured or unsecured may make a significant difference in the ability to collect by seizing affected collateral or gaining a priority interest on personal property. In New York, Article 9 of the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) applies to secured debts of personal property. New York is a "race-record" state, which means certain priorities in judgment enforcement are determined by the earliest date of recording. Likewise, concerning real property, judgment liens are prioritized based upon the date of docketing a transcript of the judgment with the clerk of the county in which the real property is situated. Speed is key, timing is critical and we know it. (Now, so do you!)
In some cases, debtors intentionally attempt to conceal themselves and their assets. We will dissect any information you have obtained and expand the search as information is uncovered. Once we locate a debtor, we may try to negotiate a payment plan arrangement that is secured by a confession of judgment or that triggers a consent judgment clause. This will allow us to enter and enforce a judgment with the court in the event that a debtor defaults under the terms of the payment plan.
However, it may not be possible, or even desirable to negotiate with the debtor and reach an amicable settlement resolution in a timely fashion. In such instances, our New York debt collection lawyers can commence litigation by filing the Summons and Complaint and completing service of process, usually within 30-60 days. We follow a lawsuit to completion through entry of judgment to judgment enforcement proceedings. Tactics to enforce judgments may include wage garnishments via income execution or levying upon bank accounts.
Under New York CPLR Article 52 and similar laws, we can enforce a money judgment against all real and personal property that is not otherwise exempt from judgment enforcement.
Our law firm represents landlords in Nassau County and Suffolk County (Long Island) in eviction proceedings. We are known by bench and bar as responsible professionals who do not mislead their clients with false promises and thereby manage expections of a resolution in a realistic and timely manner.
Sellers are guided from start to finish of real estate transactions.
Representation in Transactional Matters:
Our firm handles legal matters pertaining to the sale real estate. We handle the negotiation and preparation of residential real property contracts of sale, and we offer counsel to resolve disputes relevant to rent collection, non-payment or holdover eviction proceedings, in the prosecution of these actions.
Retain a Debt Collection Lawyer in New York from Anywhere in the United States
The Nathanson Law Firm LLP provides knowledgeable representation in the areas of debt collection, enforcement of judgments, and transactional matters, including those involving residential real property. New York debt collection attorney Mitchell A. Nathanson is a straight shooter with the experience and knowledge to resolve even the most complex debt collection and judgment enforcement matters. Lawyers from many different states have sought the assistance of Mitchell A. Nathanson to domestic their out-of-state judgments for enforcement in New York. We offer multiple billing options, including contingency fee arrangements, flat fees, hourly rates, and a combination of these, and we accept credit card payments from clients. Please call us to schedule an appointment if you need a debt collection, landlord-tenant or real estate attorney. We serve clients nationwide from our office in Nassau County on Long Island, New York.
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State: New York
Acquired: 1992
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200 Garden City Plaza, Suite 408, Garden City, NY, 11530
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Posted by Lester | March 22, 2017 | Hired Attorney
I hired Mitchell Nathanson to help us with an estate issue that was very complicated. He gave us excellent advise and adjudicated the matter with professionalism, insight and kindness. I would not hesitate to use him again.
Thank you, Lester!
Posted by Yaakov | March 21, 2017 | Consulted Attorney
Mitchell is honest and forthright - and he gets the job done!
Thank you, Yaakov!
Posted by Michael Augustus | March 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Mitchell Nathanson is a rarity these days. He is a true professional who does what he says and works hard to get the job done right the first time. You get what you pay for and, with Mitch, you get a highly qualified attorney who puts his clients first. It is definitely worth repeating, Mitch gets t...
Thank you, Mr. Augustus. I hope for your continued success!
Posted by anonymous | March 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Mr. Nathanson prevailed through his deligent and exceptional skills, he convinced the judge there was no need for a trial.
Thank you for the recommendation.
Posted by anonymous | March 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Mitchell was a life saver in handling our huge credit card debt from beginning to end. Initially, he was able to calm us and convince us that he will handle anything and we will not have to worry. He lived up to his word and more. He fended off every and all attempts by the banks to harass us for pay...
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2013
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2012
Top Rated Attorneys in Nassau & Suffolk Counties, Long Island Pulse Magazine
2012
Peer Review Rated AV (Highest Raking), Martindale-Hubbell
2011
Peer Review Rated AV (Hghest Ranking), Martindale-Hubbell
2010
Peer Review Rated AV (Highest Ranking), Martindale-Hubbell
2009
Peer Review Rated AV (Highest Raking), Martindale-Hubbell
2008
Peer Review Rated AV (Hihest Raking), Martindale-Hubbell
2007
Peer Review Rated AV (HighestRaking), Martindale-Hubbell
2006
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell
2005
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell
2004
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell
2003
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell
2002
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell
2001
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell
2000
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell
1999
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell
2004 - Present
Partner, The Nathanson Law Firm LLP
1991 - 2004
Associate, Nathanson, Devack & Memmoli
1992 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1992 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember
1992 - Present
Nassau County Bar AssociationMember
Judgment awarded $253,000.00 (entire demand)
1991
JD - Juris Doctor
1989
BA - Bachelor of Arts
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Mitchell earned significant contribution points in 2017.
If the 10 year NY SOL on a judgment expired on 12/10/2017, by what date must the creditor have filed the application to renew?
28 Jan 2018
What happens in small claims court of plaintiff wants 'by the court' and defendant wants 'arbitration' hearing?
16 Oct 2017
In New York State civil judgements are good for 20 years but can only attach lien to property for 10 years unless it's renewed
31 Aug 2017